CVE-2025-29705 in code-gen
Summary
by MITRE • 04/15/2025
code-gen <=2.0.6 is vulnerable to Incorrect Access Control. The project does not have permission control allowing anyone to access such projects.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 05/24/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2025-29705 affects code-gen versions 2.0.6 and earlier, representing a critical incorrect access control flaw that fundamentally undermines the security posture of affected systems. This vulnerability stems from the absence of proper permission controls within the code-gen project, creating an environment where unauthorized users can access and potentially manipulate project resources without any authentication or authorization checks. The flaw manifests as a complete breakdown in access control mechanisms, allowing any individual with network access to the system to interact with project files, configurations, and potentially sensitive code artifacts. Such a vulnerability directly violates fundamental security principles and creates an open door for malicious actors to exploit the system.
From a technical perspective, this vulnerability represents a classic access control failure categorized under CWE-284, which specifically addresses improper access control mechanisms. The code-gen project fails to implement any form of user authentication or role-based access control, leaving all project resources universally accessible. This type of flaw often occurs when developers prioritize rapid development over security implementation, or when security controls are either omitted or incorrectly configured during the software development lifecycle. The vulnerability's impact extends beyond simple information disclosure, as unauthorized access could lead to code injection, data manipulation, or even complete system compromise depending on the nature of the projects being accessed.
The operational impact of CVE-2025-29705 is severe and multifaceted, affecting organizations that rely on code-gen for automated code generation and project management. Unauthorized individuals could access proprietary codebases, sensitive configuration files, or development artifacts that may contain intellectual property, security credentials, or system vulnerabilities. This access could enable attackers to perform advanced persistent threats, inject malicious code into legitimate projects, or conduct reconnaissance activities to identify additional system weaknesses. The vulnerability's exploitation could also lead to compliance violations, particularly in regulated environments where access control is mandated by standards such as iso 27001 or soc 2. Organizations using affected versions may face significant reputational damage and potential legal consequences due to unauthorized access to their development environments.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability must address both immediate remediation and long-term security architecture improvements. The most direct solution involves upgrading to code-gen version 2.0.7 or later, which should include proper access control mechanisms and authentication requirements. Organizations should implement robust authentication systems including multi-factor authentication, establish role-based access controls, and ensure that all project resources require proper authorization before access. Network segmentation and firewall rules should be configured to limit access to development environments, while logging and monitoring systems should be enhanced to detect unauthorized access attempts. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1078 which covers valid accounts and privilege escalation, as the lack of access controls essentially creates a scenario where any account can gain full access to project resources. Regular security audits and penetration testing should be conducted to identify similar access control weaknesses throughout the organization's software ecosystem, ensuring that such fundamental security flaws do not persist in other applications or systems.